Over The Limit
Laurens Vanthoor & Dries Vanthoor
Last episode 3 months agoA podcast show hosted by Laurens and Dries Vanthoor. Two professional race car drivers talking about their life as brothers in sports. Going further than the basics, talking behind the scenes with a sense of humour. Inviting guests from inside and outside motorsport to talk about their career and tell us their most secretive experiences. The goal is to have a laugh while talking about passion.
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Episodes (56)
Race Review: Laguna Seca
Dries and Laurens Vanthoor take us behind the scenes of IMSAās latest race weekend at Laguna Seca, sharing an honest look at everything that unfolded on and off track. From the key moments that shaped the weekend to the things that didnāt quite go to plan, they break down the highs, the frustrations, and the lessons learned.The brothers also reflect on the atmosphere around Laguna Seca, the challenges of the event, and what it takes to perform at the top in such a competitive field. On top of that, they give a sneak peek into whatās coming next, discussing their future plans, upcoming races, and what fans can look forward to in the near future.
Race Review: Long Beach Grand Prix
The sun won't set on California just yet as Laurens and Dries lets us in on the latest news about the recent race weekend at Long Beach. Laurens dissects the #6's performance that led to their podium finish, while Dries goes over the BMW's qualifying results and some of the hiccups going into the weekend šRacing aside, we also get a sneak peek on their thoughts of up-and-coming brands trying to break into motorsport, their usual favorites while in Los Angeles, and Laurens' aspirations to start a racing-themed coffee shop āPress play on the episode and follow along as we go over the limitā¦ š
Laurin Heinrich: From Karter to Factory Driver
In this week's episode, Laurens and Dries shine the spotlight on Porsche factory driver Laurin Heinrich, as he talks about his life as Porsche's homegrown driver since 2022, how sim racing and family support changed the trajectory of his career, and the best ways to bounce back from racing incidents šŖ No filter, just the right amount of banter, chatter, and laughter.Still the same Over the Limit you love most. š
Eduardo Freitas: Journey to F1 & WEC Race Director
In this week's episode, things get more technical with former F1 and now WEC race director Eduardo Freitas as we dig deep into motorsport's changing regulations, race control dynamics, and the most effective ways to stay out of the stewards' room during sessions.No filter, just the right amount of chatter.Still the same Over the Limit you love most. š* Recorded in January
Race Review: 24 Hours of Daytona
Fresh off a hot weekend at Florida, Laurens and Dries dive into this yearās Rolex 24 Hours of Daytona. Dries looks back at Team WRTās podium finish in the GTD class, while Laurens narrates the highs and lows of the event as the #6 Porsche finishes right below WRT.Besides the memorable moments and encounters during their stay at the USA, the brothers also feature some missed opportunities in the pit lane, how to power through jet lag, and tips to stay awake during a 24-hour race š“Press play on the episode and follow along as we go over the limitā¦ š
Thomas Preining: DTM Champion on the Ultimate Dream
We welcome Thomas Preining for this weekās episode! From being the champion of the 2023 DTM season, Thomas now gives the pod a glimpse of his life beyond the car, team, and trophies.We talk about Thomasā journey towards DTM, his racing superstitions, championship rivals, and why he enjoys the series more than Laurens does šNo filter, just the right amount of chatter.Classic Over the Limit. š* Recorded in January
Antonio Felix da Costa: Daytona, DTM, and the Good Old Days
Our special guest this episode is Antonio Felix da Costa! He's probably been in almost every race series you can name off the top of your head. People couldn't really believe why he didn't make it to F1, but that didn't stop him from having success in anything else.We talk about Antonio's days as a Red Bull junior, his transition towards endurance racing, the impact of social media in a driver's career, and his side of that Abu Dhabi test day story šLots of laughs, some banter, and absolutely no filter.Classic Over the Limit. š* Recorded in January
Stoffel Vandoorne: From F1 to Formula E (and a Broken Nose in Oslo)
This episode weāre joined by fellow Belgian and World Champion Stoffel Vandoorne ā the guy whoās done it all: F1 with McLaren, Formula E titles, WEC with Peugeot, and apparently a failed sled ride with Laurens that ended in a broken nose. š We talk about his rise from indoor karting to the top of motorsport, life as a Formula 1 driver next to Alonso, lessons learned, and what itās really like juggling Formula E and endurance racing.Plenty of laughs, honest talk, and a few Belgian flashbacks you wonāt expect.Classic Over The Limit. š* Recorded in January
Nick Cassidy: From Super Formula to Formula E, the journey.
Alrightā¦ this oneās been sitting in the vault for a while. We recorded it at the start of the year (yep, a long time ago), and weāre only dropping it now ā better late than never, right? š Our guest is none other than Nick Cassidy ā the Kiwi whoās raced and won pretty much everywhere on the planet. From tearing it up in Japanās Super GT and Super Formula to chasing Formula E glory, Nickās got some wild stories and a few honest takes along the way.We talk about moving halfway across the world, learning life in Japan, losing (and winning) big, and all the chaos that comes with being a professional racer. As always ā plenty of laughs, a bit of banter, and zero filter.Classic Over The Limit. š
Petit Le Mans review and Porsche quitting WEC..
Laurens and Dries sit down after the final race of the season to talk about an eventful weekend ā from Laurensā surprise double duty driving both Porsche cars to the moment they unknowingly raced each other on track.They also share honest thoughts on Porscheās decision to leave WEC, whatās next for both of them, and a few behind-the-scenes stories (including some brotherly teasing, of course).
Comeback 2.0
šļø Over The Limit is back! After a long break (and a couple of ācomebacksā already), Laurens and Dries return to the mics to dive into everything happening on and off the track. From the highs of Daytona and Sebring, the heartbreak of Le Mans, to Driesā rollercoaster season and even his new obsession with cycling, nothing is off limits. Expect honest racing talk, behind-the-scenes stories you wonāt hear anywhere else, and the usual brotherly banter that keeps things entertaining.
Felipe Nasr: The dream and nightmare of F1.
Episode 44 of Over The Limit brings a truly special guest: the Brazilian racing superstar, Felipe Nasr! š§š· From his early days in go-karts to a whirlwind career thatās taken him through Formula 1, multiple IMSA championships, and unforgettable Daytona victories, Felipe shares his incredible journey in motorsport. ššļø Discover how Felipeās familyās passion for racing shaped his career, what it was like chasing the F1 dream, and the lessons he learned navigating the highs and lows of the sport. He opens up about the grind of making it to Formula 1, the reality behind the paddock politics, and his resilience in finding success in endurance racing.š This episode is packed with inspiring anecdotes, from his move to Italy as a teenager to his latest triumphs with Porsche Penske Motorsport. Plus, he shares his dream of winning Le Mans and becoming a record-breaking IMSA driver.Donāt miss Felipeās thoughts on life, racing, and why his nickname, āBusseta,ā became an inside joke! šWatch the full episode now on YouTube or tune in on your favorite podcast platform. You wonāt want to miss this one! šļø
Christopher Mies: Untold stories.
What happens when you put Laurens, Dries, and Christopher Mies in a room together? Absolute chaosāand a ton of laughs! š In this episode of Over The Limit, we sit down with one of the legends of GT racing to dive into his incredible career, life lessons, and some seriously wild moments.From starting out in the Polo Cup to becoming a three-time NĆ¼rburgring 24 Hours winner š, Chris shares the highs and lows of his journey. He spills on the madness of Audi hospitality parties, crazy antics with teammates, and even a few rental car stories you probably shouldnāt try at home. š Oh, and donāt miss his honest take on switching from Audi to Ford and why heās chasing the dream of winning Daytona. š°ļøWith raw stories, plenty of laughs, and unfiltered insights, this is the podcast you donāt want to miss. Get ready for epic behind-the-scenes tales from the world of racing! Tune in now on YouTube or wherever you listen to podcasts! šš§
Race Review: Winning and losing the 24 hours of Daytona
In this episode of Over The Limit, we dive into the adrenaline-fueled experience of the 24 Hours of Daytona! šļøš Laurens and Dries share their post-race reflections fresh off their flights back from the USA. Laurens celebrates a career milestoneāfinally claiming the coveted Rolex Daytona Winnerās Watch after years of determination. šā±ļøDries takes us behind the wheel, reflecting on the highs and lows of his race, including the pole position start, a challenging final stint, and his candid thoughts on the responsibility of leading the team in such a prestigious race. ššØ Meanwhile, Laurens recounts his journey to victory, the intense competition, and the emotional rollercoaster of finally achieving one of his career dreams. šThe brothers also reflect on the challenges of balancing family life with their racing careers, Laurensā gratitude for achieving his dreams, and even some lighter moments, like a chaotic pit lane mishap. š¤¦āāļøThis episode is packed with raw emotions, racing insights, and a peek into the life of two of motorsportās top drivers. Donāt miss it! šļøāØ
Dani Juncadella: Tough lessons, F1 sim life and Michelin disaster
This week on Over The Limit, weāre hanging out with Spanish racing star Dani Juncadella! From starting karting at 13 to taking home the trophy at the legendary Macau Grand Prix, Daniās had quite the journey.We dive into the highs and lows of his careerāthink DTM politics, finding his groove in GT racing, and how working with a sports psychologist gave him the mental edge.Dani also shares what itās like racing in the U.S. with Corvette and helping Aston Martin fine-tune their Formula 1 simulatorāplus the thrill of actually driving an F1 car.But itās not all serious talkāDani cracks us up with a wild prank story involving Jules Gounon and a Michelin mascot š. We also chat about fitness, training, and staying sharp on and off the track.If youāre into motorsport or just love a good laugh, you wonāt want to miss this one. Hit play and join us for all the fun.
Michelle Gatting: The dream of becoming a factory driver.
This week on Over The Limit, weāre excited to welcome our first-ever female guest! Meet Michelle Gatting, the Danish racer making waves in motorsport and now a Porsche factory driver.Michelle shares her inspiring journey, from starting in go-karts as a kid to achieving her dream of racing at top level. Along the way, she opens up about the challenges of breaking into a male-dominated sport, overcoming financial struggles, and proving her worth on the track.We dive into her time with the Iron Dames team, her goals for Le Mans, and what itās like to compete with and learn from her partner, Jules Gounonāspoiler: itās hilariously competitive š.This episode is packed with inspiration, laughs, and behind-the-scenes stories from Michelleās incredible career. Donāt miss out.
Mike Rockenfeller: From Le Mans Glory to Overcoming Lifeās Toughest Challenges
This week, Laurens and Dries Vanthoor sit down with a true legend of motorsport: Mike Rockenfeller. From conquering the DTM championship to clinching victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, Mikeās career is nothing short of extraordinary. But itās not just about the trophiesāhe opens up about the tough moments, the challenges behind the scenes, and how he powered through it all.Get ready for an inspiring and raw conversation that dives deep into the world of racing and resilience. šš„ By popular demand, weāre back on YouTubeāwith video! Bear with us as we fine-tune our new setup. Itās a work in progress, but we couldnāt wait to bring this episode to you. Let us know what you think and stay tuned for more polished content in the future. Enjoy the ride! š
The 2024 review.
Our Christmas present to you, in case you want to listen to us on Christmas.. Our review of 2024! We judge each other season, talk about our best and worst moments. On top of that we give some insight on our private life in the last couple of weeks. Hope you enjoy!
Race Review: The Macau Grand Prix
The Macau Grand Prix wasn't the success we hoped for. DNF for Dries and a fifth place for Laurens. But we have a lot to talk about, it's a spicy one...
Race Review: 8h of Bahr.. WORLD CHAMPION!
Our race review of the final race of the World Endurance Championship race in Bahrain. And the summary is... Laurens became World Champion! Laurens tries to describe his emotions and we review our race together.
Ayhancan Guven: The humble beast.
This year Ayhancan and Laurens won the 12 hours of Bathurst together, finished second at the 24 hours of Nurburgring and drove the 24 hours of Zolder together. Laurens has been impressed by the talent and attitude of Ayhancan so we thought it was a good idea to invite him to the pod. We were curious to hear his story of his career, especially coming from Turkey. Besides that he thought for a couple of minutes that he would be a lot fitter than Laurens and we go through a couple of his nicknames.. Enjoy!
The Macau Grand Prix Preview
In today's episode we preview the stunning entry list of the 2024 Macau Grand Prix. We talk about our favourites and our past Macau stories. At the same time we talk about the 2025 Porsche Penske Motorsport line-ups which have been announced today.
Race Review: 6 Hours of Fuji. Double Vanthoor podium!
We know.. We're a bit late. Very little bit. We'll explain you why and give an update about the future of our podcast! Besides that, the Vanthoor's took over Fuji! Double Vanthoor podium.. Last time two brothers shared a FIA overal podium were two Schumacher brothers... Not bad. We also look ahead of the World Championship deciding final in Bahrain and much more!
Valentino Rossi: The passion for four wheels.
Yes, Dries finally made it happen. Our episode with Valentino Rossi! As you can imagine it was a very interesting talk which took place during the 24 hours of Spa. We mainly talked about his passion on four wheels which to our surprise started at a very young age. Valentino even told us his experiences in F1 and his almost switch from MotoGP to F1.. Enjoy! P.S.: The quality and background noises were not optimal but it was the only chance we had..
Race Review: 6 Hours of SĆ£o Paulo
Our race review of the 6 hours of SĆ£o Paulo. Laurens finished on second place and extended his championship lead while Dries finished in ninth and scored points for the first time. We went through our race and talked about our near death experience here in SĆ£o Paulo. We truly enjoyed being here, we apologise for sounding a bit sleeping but at least we recorded straight after the race! Enjoy.